Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. — Hebrews 13:2. One of the great stories that came out of 9/11 was the hospitality shown to so many travelers stranded in Gander, Newfoundland. I bet you know someone who is constantly welcoming strangers into his/her home or…
Today Is A Bonus
Readers of the Pew remember my shower thoughts. I used to do my best thinking in the shower, composing closing arguments to a jury, solving a client’s problem, or writing that last paragraph of a judicial opinion. Later, some of my better Pews were formulated under hot mist. I haven’t had many great shower thoughts…
You Are Too Polite
It is time to buy new tires for our car. One of the places we wanted to check prices is the dealership where we bought the car. However, I can’t get them to return my calls. I called this morning again, and after leaving a message Suzy said, “You will never get them to return…
Step It Up A Notch
We are already a month in a new year. Hard to believe isn’t it? New Year’s resolutions have already slipped our minds, and our path of good intentions has already been blocked. At this point the words of my old coach come to mind. “Step it up a notch.” He would remind us not to…
Waiting On Jesus
Christ … will appear a second time, … but to save those who are eagerly waiting on him. — Hebrews 9:28. “Waiting on Jesus” sounds like a gospel tune, but as I contemplate the verse in Hebrews I ask, “What am I supposed to do while I’m waiting?” I’ve spent a lot of time in waiting…